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The study or home office is the most likely site of this unwanted mess, according to the survey of 1,000 homeowners by RatedPeople.com.

Nearly one in four people hoard their junk in these rooms, although 38% insist they would like to use their space more effectively.

James Woodham from St James Design said: “Spring cleaning tends to remind us just how much stuff we have managed to accumulate. So now is a good time to turn our minds to better storage solutions to help reduce the amount of tidying and cleaning.”

Tariq Dag Khan from RatedPeople.com added: “De-cluttering your home could also provide inspiration for other home improvement projects; you’ll be amazed at the possibilities of what you can do with the extra space in your home, once you’re able to see it.”

:: The top clutter being stockpiled in Britain’s houses, with the percentage of homes stockpiling these items: